2021 812 GTS Owners Review

tomc · Dec 12, 2020

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I’m loving mine, had it out again today and even walking up to it and firing up that V12 puts a smile on my face every time. I’d still like a little more volume, especially at lower revs, so am getting sports cats fitted next week.

btw thank god for PPF!! I parked in a new spot in underground carkpark for a week. Came back and some nasty liquid had dripped all over the rear from a leaking pipe! Thanks to PPF no paint damage. This to me illustrates why full car PPF is a no brainier for cars like ours!
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Holy moley! I would have had a coronary!
Full PPF definitely a must.
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klinkman · Dec 12, 2020

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One can see why it was free -- sorta like one of those really prime shady under tree spots -- wise to check the ground for signs of foreign materials first!

Newjoint · Dec 13, 2020

Nice review of the GTS. I have had one on order and was having second thoughts based on what has been written here and elsewhere so I finally had the pleasure of getting some seat time in one last week to compare to my 812S(which FABULOUS!)
My thoughts are 1. Looks better in person than the photos 2. Sounds good but different from the 812S- more basso profundo- and old school Ferrari V12-I’m ok with that and 3. Interior space is ever so slightly more confined due to seat recline is slightly less than the 812S (I’m 6’2”) and no rear shelf. The seats in this one one were full electric. Almost impossible to adjust the seat with the door closed as the space for the seat controls is nil, possibly due to additional bracing for the GTS?
All in all very pleased with what I saw, heard and felt. Look forward to my GTS coming in the spring 2021.

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KarlA69 · Jan 17, 2021

I had my GTS out on country roads south of London for a few hours today. It was warm enough for roof down (just!). With everything going on in the world, it’s a life affirming experience getting up the rev range on windy roads!

I’ve had mine for 3 months and 3k miles now. I continue to be so impressed by the GTS. The sound, the handling, lighting quick gear changes etc... all enhanced with the roof down! My only criticism is the car is too big to comfortably drive and park in a city. Reducing size and weight by say 20% would be welcome.

For anyone sitting on the fence, I’d say buy one while you can. Sure, the next gen convertible might be quicker but the GTS is so fast already. Also, a smaller engine with enhancements (electric boost, turbos, etc) just won’t be the same as that thundering, barn storming V12...!

carlom001 · Jan 24, 2021

KarlA69 said: ↑

I had my GTS out on country roads south of London for a few hours today. It was warm enough for roof down (just!). With everything going on in the world, it’s a life affirming experience getting up the rev range on windy roads!

I’ve had mine for 3 months and 3k miles now. I continue to be so impressed by the GTS. The sound, the handling, lighting quick gear changes etc... all enhanced with the roof down! My only criticism is the car is too big to comfortably drive and park in a city. Reducing size and weight by say 20% would be welcome.

For anyone sitting on the fence, I’d say buy one while you can. Sure, the next gen convertible might be quicker but the GTS is so fast already. Also, a smaller engine with enhancements (electric boost, turbos, etc) just won’t be the same as that thundering, barn storming V12...!
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KarlA69 said: ↑

I had my GTS out on country roads south of London for a few hours today. It was warm enough for roof down (just!). With everything going on in the world, it’s a life affirming experience getting up the rev range on windy roads!

I’ve had mine for 3 months and 3k miles now. I continue to be so impressed by the GTS. The sound, the handling, lighting quick gear changes etc... all enhanced with the roof down! My only criticism is the car is too big to comfortably drive and park in a city. Reducing size and weight by say 20% would be welcome.

For anyone sitting on the fence, I’d say buy one while you can. Sure, the next gen convertible might be quicker but the GTS is so fast already. Also, a smaller engine with enhancements (electric boost, turbos, etc) just won’t be the same as that thundering, barn storming V12...!
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Agree with the comments here - Very happy with mine after my Superfast but I am glad I added Forza's exhaust valve remote opener (as I do on all my F cars). Yes the note is deeper than the SF &TDF but with the valves open the exhaust comes alive at low revs with lots of crackles and burbles on the over-run. Image Unavailable, Please Login

LMH · Jan 27, 2021

I´ve had it for two days and I really like it. It is my first convertible, and I love the fact that you can drive it slowly and get lot´s of enjoyment our of it. Sounds is great, it could be louder, but sometimes you appreciate it being like it is. Volume apart it sounds fantastic.

I value it against a McLaren 720S for example, which you need to drive it crazy fast to get enjoyment.

ar1040 · Jan 10, 2022

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There have been a lot of requests for a "review" on the 812 GTS and there has been relatively sparse feedback from the press so I thought I'd put together my first impressions.

Appearance: Simply put, the car is a stunner, especially in metallic colors. Seeing it in pictures versus seeing it in person are 2 very different experiences. In pictures, it seems like the rear of the car is not as sculpted but when you see it in real life there are shapes and curves and design elements that are imperceptible in photos. In some photos, there are some awkward angles, but in reality, when it goes from a 2D photo to a 3D shape, you realize the car is unbelievably beautiful and very well sculpted. The aggressive stance, the newly designed rear diffuser, the rear buttresses, and the silhouette are just stunning. It looks like it's moving, even when it's standing still.

Gear Box: My cousin and I drove it back to back with his 812 SF. We both felt that the shifts were quicker and the gearbox was tuned slightly differently than the coupe. If you leave the car in automatic, it will rev up pretty high before jumping to the next gear vs in the SF it feels like its shifting up at relatively lower RPM. That could also be related to how the car has been driven but its an important difference as it has an impact on the sound.

Drive/Feel: I drive it in race mode with bumpy road mode on and it feels planted and there is no cowl shake, either with the roof up or down (even when bumpy road mode is off). I am in the market for a Pista Spider, so I drove one. I think others have also commented on this, but the GTS feels more planted than the pista spider. The pista spider has some cowl shake whereas the GTS does not. The GTS and 812 SF driving dynamics are very similar. The GTS can be just as raw and aggressive depending on what mode you are in. It's crazy fast, the steering is very direct, and the power is endless. This is an untamed beast in a GT party dress. You absolutely have to wait for the tires to warm up and the long front end makes you feel like you're in the batmobile.

Visibility: Overall it's decent but it can be hard to see over the buttress with the roof up.

Comfort: I am a little short of 6'2'' and I got the CF race seats. I have the seats set to the lowest height and pushed all the way back. There is plenty of legroom. My head does sometimes come close to the roofline when I get in with the top up, but that's an easy fix . The car is comfortable on long journeys for me. Passenger comfort is great as well. I have had no real complaints from passengers ... except when the torque throws them back into the seat so they can no longer change the music selection or play with the passenger display .

Sound: Yes, there is a GPF on every 812 GTS. However, unlike the F8, the 812 GTS retains its scream and gains a very loud and characteristic deep bass at lower revs that carry forward into the higher rev ranges. Does it sound different than the 812 SF, yes. I heard them side by side. What happens is that the SF screams without a dual pitch (no bass); as you gain in the rev range on the GTS the bass and scream merge in some kind of magnificent sound duel. If you keep your foot on the gas, the high pitch scream becomes the predominant sound. In the 812 SF, the scream is the predominant sound from 4,500 RPM up. When the roof is down, or the roof is up and the back window is down there is no comparison, the 812 GTS is much louder. When the roof is up and the rear window is closed, it depends on where you are in the rev range, but generally, the loudness is similar.

Interior and Electronics: There have been some updates to the electronics, maps, and safety driving features. Apply Carplay is actually really useful. The upgraded sound system is worth the money. I spec'd the car with a lot of interior CF but not much external CF. It came together very nicely. It retains the luxurious cabin feel with a few updates. The passenger display may sound like a gimmick but my nephews love it, and that makes it worthwhile for me.

Driver Aids and Start/Stop: I turned the start/stop off and it has stayed off. The speed limiter is annoying but it's good if you want to avoid troubles associated with triple digit land. The camera system is topnotch, I didn't want the ugly box in the front grill so I did not check that option.

Luggage Space: There is enough space for a weekend trip for 2. I haven't tried putting my golf clubs in there, but I don't think I'd park this beauty at a country club, maybe a yacht club with private parking.

General Publics Attention: If you're getting one of these, get ready for attention, lots of it, wanted and unwanted. The GTS gets more attention than my Speciale, the SF, the Ghost, or the Pista. People want pictures with it. People don't always know what it is but everyone stops and stares at it. Top up or top-down. It can be a little much but understandable.

Numbers: I know there are a lot of posts saying that anyone can just go to their neighborhood Ferrari Store and pick one up, but that has not been true. My cousin (strong ownership history) just tried to order one today and they don't have the allocations. We checked with multiple dealers. Supposedly they are done for the 2 years. So if you have put down your deposit, and gotten your build locked-in, great news for you. If you're a wait and maybe, it's a maybe.

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What did it cost? We are stage 70 and excited about the car.

ar1040 · Jan 10, 2022

What was the cost?

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